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Becoming Virtuosa125. How to Start Your Health JourneyHave you been struggling to find the motivation to begin your health journey? I know exactly how you feel. After a challenging winter filled with low energy, I've finally found the spark to get moving again and I'm excited to share my approach with you. Today, I'm diving into the concept of protocols—the habits and routines that shape our daily lives, and how you can take the first step towards a healthier you. To learn more, come visit us at DrCrockett.com, or find us on YouTube for the Dr. Crockett Show.2025-04-0120 minBecoming Virtuosa124. 5 Ways to Boost Your Energy NaturallyDo you often feel tired and drained, struggling to find the energy to get through your day? You're not alone. In today's fast-paced world, it's all too common to feel like we're running on empty. But what if I told you that boosting your energy levels is within your reach? In this episode, I'm sharing my top five strategies for supercharging your energy and feeling your best. As an OB-GYN, I've had countless conversations with patients about the challenges of managing stress, optimizing nutrition, and prioritizing self-care. Now, I'm bringing those insights to you! 2025-03-1116 minBecoming Virtuosa123. Botox 101: Everything You Need to Know Before Getting InjectedHave you ever considered getting Botox but weren't sure if it was right for you? If you've been sitting on the fence, this episode is here to help you decide what's right for you when it comes to Botox injections. My guest this week, Michelle Self, has been working with me at Virtuosa GYN for about three years now and she's an expert in all things women's health, from general GYN care to helping women feel beautiful and confident on the outside. And one of the ways she does that is through Botox injections. We di...2025-02-2516 minBecoming Virtuosa122. The Secret to Feeling Healthy & Wealthy—No Matter Your CircumstancesWhat does it truly mean to feel healthy and wealthy? You might have plenty of money in the bank but still feel financially insecure, just like you could reach a fitness goal yet still not feel truly healthy. The key isn’t about hitting a certain number—it’s about shifting your perspective. In this replay, I break down the three essential steps to creating a sense of health and wealth, explain how mindset plays a crucial role in both, and show you how to start feeling healthier and wealthier right now—regardless of your current c...2025-02-0416 minBecoming Virtuosa121. Ready to Become Your Virtuosa Self?Are you ready to step into your full potential in 2025? We all have the power to make positive changes, but having the right tools and strategies can make all the difference. In this replay, I’m revisiting the first episode of a powerful nine-part series where I guide you through taking inventory of your life and intentionally shaping your habits, routines, and mindset for the year ahead. Tune in to rediscover how to create a life you love and step into the Virtuosa version of yourself. Let’s grow together and make this your best year...2025-01-2816 minBecoming Virtuosa120. Beat the Winter Blues: Overcoming Seasonal Affective DisorderDo you find yourself feeling more tired, unmotivated, and down during the winter months? You're not alone. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) affects many people, causing symptoms like fatigue, loss of interest in activities, and a desire to hibernate. As someone who has struggled with SAD since childhood, I understand how challenging it can be to maintain productivity and a positive outlook during this time of year. Join me as I share my personal experience with SAD and offer practical tips for managing its symptoms. Whether you're a long-time sufferer of SAD or just looking for w...2025-01-2108 minBecoming Virtuosa119. The Future of Women’s Health: Welcoming Dr. Sonia Koshy to Virtuosa GYNTo celebrate our journey and how far we’ve come, we’re revisiting one of our most memorable episodes—Episode 100! This conversation introduced Dr. Sonia Koshy, our talented MIGS surgeon, and marked a pivotal moment in our mission at Virtuosa GYN. You’ll hear us reflect on the unique challenges faced by women with endometriosis, the inspiration behind our mission, and the exciting vision we have for the future of women’s health. This conversation is just as powerful now as it was when it first aired, and we’re thrilled to share it with new listeners...2025-01-1416 minBecoming Virtuosa118. Start 2025 with a Clean SlateDo you ever feel like you need a fresh start? Like you want to wipe the slate clean and begin anew? The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to restart with a clean blank slate, both physically and metaphorically. Over here, we do this through the concept of exfoliation, not just for your skin, but for your life. Join me as we explore the power of a clean blank slate and how it can help you create the life you want in the new year. I also share some exciting updates about my...2025-01-0722 minBecoming Virtuosa117. Shrub-Infused Mocktails: The Ultimate Gut-Friendly Party Drinks with Lisa BullionAre you looking for a fun and healthy way to celebrate the holidays without alcohol? What if I told you that you could enjoy delicious, festive drinks that are actually good for you? Joining me for this episode is Lisa Bullion, founder of Other Mother Vinegar, to share some amazing mocktail recipes that will be the hit of your next party. From a berry-licious Mockarita to a fresh and tangy Beet-Cucumber cooler, these drinks are sure to impress. We'll also dive into the slow food movement and the importance of being intentional about what we p...2024-12-3120 minBecoming Virtuosa116. No-Bake Peppermint Bark: A Nutrient-Dense Treat for the Holidays with Sam Blumenthal, RDNAre you looking for a delicious and healthy treat to enjoy this holiday season? Join me and my special guest Sam Blumenthal as we whip up a batch of healthy holiday peppermint bark in the kitchen. This easy, no-bake recipe is packed with nutrient-dense ingredients that will satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt. To learn more, come visit us at DrCrockett.com, or find us on YouTube for the Dr. Crockett Show.2024-12-2426 minBecoming Virtuosa115. The Sweet Truth: How Chocolate Can Boost Your HealthHave you ever explored the health benefits of chocolate? Often considered a treat, dark chocolate in particular offers a range of potential advantages for our well-being. This episode is all about how you can incorporate a little chocolate into your life, supporting gut health, promoting a healthy heart, and even contributing to glowing skin. But not all chocolate is created equal. That’s why I put six different chocolates to the test in this episode. Together, we can compare their tastes, textures, and ingredients, helping you navigate the world of chocolate and identify the healthiest choi...2024-12-1713 minBecoming Virtuosa114. 8 Tools to Become Your Best Self in 2025Are you ready to become the best version of yourself in 2025? I believe we all have the power within us to make positive changes and grow into who we truly want to be. But sometimes, we need new tools and strategies to help us along the way. In this episode, I kick off a special nine-part series designed to help you take inventory of your life and intentionally shape your habits, routines, and mindset. I have eight specific tools to share with you over the next few weeks, and I start this week by giving y...2024-12-1016 minBecoming Virtuosa113. Resting While Running: Master the Art of Active RecoveryAre you constantly running around, especially during the busy holiday season? As women, we often find ourselves juggling multiple roles and responsibilities, leaving little time for rest and recovery. But what if I told you that it’s possible to find moments of respite even in the midst of the chaos? Tune in this week to discover how to take care of yourself while still getting things done. I share practical tips for incorporating active recovery into your daily life, from eating nourishing foods to making time for meditation and self-reflection, and you’ll learn how t...2024-12-0312 minBecoming Virtuosa112. The Science of Connection: Attunement, Addiction, and Attachment with Brittney Lollis TolarHave you ever felt out of tune with yourself or others? Like something just isn’t quite right, but you can’t put your finger on it? In this episode, I dive deep into the fascinating connections between attunement, addiction, and attachment with licensed clinical social worker Brittney Lollis Tolar. Brittney shares her expertise on how our early experiences shape our ability to form secure attachments and feel attuned to ourselves and others, and explains how insecure attachment can lead to addictive behaviors as we seek to fill the void left by a lack of genuin...2024-11-2724 minBecoming Virtuosa111. Stop to Think & Think to Stop with Michele HoskinsHave you ever felt like life’s challenges are causing you to shrink up like bacon in a hot skillet? How can we build resilience to stop ourselves shrinking during tough times? Joining me for this episode is special guest Michele Hoskins, author of the book Unshrunk Bacon, to explore practical strategies for becoming more resilient, including what she calls "stop to think and think to stop." Michelle is a talented author, mentor, teacher, cancer survivor, and serial entrepreneur. In our conversation, Michele shares personal stories of resilience from her own battles with cancer and oth...2024-11-1923 minBecoming Virtuosa110. Eat These 5 Types of Food for Optimal Health with Dr. Reed MiloyA few years ago, I transitioned to a whole-food vegan lifestyle with the guidance of a weight loss coach who introduced me to “eating the rainbow.” This week, I’m excited to have him back on the show to discuss how this approach can energize your health. Dr. Reed Miloy joins me to explore how two doctors navigate the produce aisle and craft a colorful, health-conscious holiday feast. If you’ve been leaning on fruit smoothies and wholegrain bread, thinking they’re always the healthiest options, Dr. Miloy’s insights will give you a new perspective o...2024-11-1239 minBecoming Virtuosa109. How to Keep Your Goals on TrackHave you ever felt like you're laying down new track in your life or business? Like you've gone through a major transformation and now you're working to build up the infrastructure and systems to support your new reality? In this episode, I share my own journey of selling my house, building a new office for my medical practice, hiring new doctors, and opening a new outpatient surgery center. It's been a whirlwind of activity with multiple new revenue streams and "engines" coming online all at once. I discuss the challenges of balancing the increased finances co...2024-11-0515 minBecoming Virtuosa108. Vinegar: The Unexpected Superfood with Lisa BullionHave you ever considered the health benefits of drinking vinegar? I know, it may sound a bit strange at first. However, as you’ll hear today, I truly believe that a shot of vinegar should be part of everybody’s healthy daily habits. In this episode, Other Mother Vinegars owner Lisa Bullion shares her fascinating journey into the world of vinegars and shrubs (a vinegar-based drink). She explains how raw, unpasteurized vinegars can support gut health, reduce inflammation, and even help with acid reflux. If you're curious about the power of vinegar, you won't want to mi...2024-10-2917 minBecoming Virtuosa107. How to Sit in Your Queen Energy Through the Hard Stuff of LifeHave you ever felt like life’s challenges are just too much to handle? That you’re stuck in a cycle of fear and uncertainty, unable to break free? What if I told you that the key to overcoming these obstacles lies within you, in your very own Queen Energy? I recently gave a speech for the San Antonio Pink Party 2024 by ThriveWell, which is a breast cancer fundraiser all about how to sit in your Queen Energy through the challenges life throws your way. I'm sharing this speech on the podcast this week, including a pow...2024-10-2210 minBecoming Virtuosa106. Choose HappyDo you ever feel like it’s easier to default to feeling depressed, negative, or disconnected in the wake of all the stress and hard things happening in the world today? I know I do sometimes. But what if we could make a conscious choice to be happy instead, even in the midst of life’s challenges? Join me as I dive into three key things we can do to choose happiness in our daily lives. I share some wisdom I’ve gleaned from working with patients who demonstrate resilience in the face of adversity, and you...2024-10-1512 minBecoming Virtuosa105. How to Know You've HealedAfter something traumatic, how do you know when you've truly healed, both physically and emotionally? As a surgeon, I'm often asked by patients how long it will take them to recover from a procedure. But healing is a complex process that goes beyond just the physical aspects. In this episode, we dive deep into understanding the signs of healing on multiple levels. Our world is more in need of healing than ever before, especially after the recent hurricane Helene, the victims of which this episode is dedicated to. Join me as I explore three key w...2024-10-0813 minBecoming Virtuosa104. How Community Helps You Reach Your Health Goals with Malcolm and Michelle CookHave you ever thought about how fitness and community go hand in hand? I know I haven't always made that connection. But today, we revisit a conversation with Malcolm and Michelle Cook, who are on a mission to change that perspective. As the owners of Livingstone Athletics in San Antonio, Texas, Malcolm and Michelle have built more than just a gym. They've created a space where people can come together, support each other, and pursue their purpose through fitness. Tune in this week as we dive into the power of relationships in reaching your health goa...2024-10-0115 minBecoming Virtuosa103. How Collagen Helps Us Live Better and Longer with Sam Blumenthal, RDNWe’re always looking for ways to stay looking and feeling younger, and one thing that will help your skin, gut, and overall health is collagen. That’s why, this week, I’m bringing you an episode with Sam Blumenthal, a registered dietician who has a passion for collagen, and especially bone broth. Tune in this week to learn everything you need to know about collagen. We discuss the history and science behind collagen, the role collagen plays in our bodies in promoting our longevity, and we share how to make collagen something that you consume...2024-09-2435 minBecoming Virtuosa102. I Don’t Live There AnymoreHave you ever felt stuck in a place or with a mindset that no longer serves you? What does it really take to break free, let go, move forward, and embrace a new chapter in your life? Well, it both starts and ends with declaring, “I don’t live there anymore!” and this is the piece that brings together the Seven Seeds of the Soul series we finished up last week. Whether you're facing a major life change or simply ready to let go of old habits, this episode is here to inspire you to take th...2024-09-1720 minBecoming Virtuosa101. Attune: The 7 Seeds of the Soul Part 7Everything we do over here at Becoming Virtuosa centers around the Seven Seeds of the Soul: Be, Heal, Love, Give, Grow, Pray, and Attune. This week, we are at the final Seed of the Soul: Attune. This is the last piece of the puzzle that brings all of this together. In this episode, I discuss how the concept of attunement helps us tap into and align with the world around us. I share how self-care helps us attune, and you’ll learn how attunement will help you in pursuit of what you want to create and...2024-09-1015 minBecoming Virtuosa100. Welcoming in the New with Dr. Sonia KoshyTo celebrate 100 episodes of the podcast, we are joined by a very special guest, our new MIGS surgeon at our practice, Dr. Sonia Koshy! Sonia is here to help me with my mission professionally, but she's also here to help us go where the scalpel can't reach. Tune in this week as Dr. Koshy and I welcome in the new era we're starting here at Virtuosa GYN. We discuss all the exciting things we're working on, what we love about the work we do, the impact we want to make, and we dive deep into t...2024-09-0316 minBecoming Virtuosa99. When Things Get HardWhen life gets hard, it can feel like everything is crashing down around us. Whether it's an unexpected loss, a looming deadline, or just the daily stresses piling up, we've all been there. In this vulnerable and heartfelt episode, I share some of the strategies I use to cope when things get tough. Join me this week as I explore how to ground yourself in the present moment, lean on your loved ones, and find purpose in helping others during hard times. I share my practical tips for setting yourself up for success, even on t...2024-08-2713 minBecoming Virtuosa98. From Money Scarcity to Abundance with Hugh HaleWhen it comes to money, life throws all kinds of challenges our way. That’s why I’m bringing you a re-release of the episode I did with my financial advisor Hugh Hale. Hugh has helped me immensely over the past six years not only with the objective side of my finances, but also with understanding the emotions of money, which is what we dive into today. Hugh Hale is the President and CEO of Financial Architects and the Managing Director of oXYGgen Financial. I found Hugh when I needed him the most. There was a tim...2024-08-2019 minBecoming Virtuosa97. Behind the Scenes at Olliewood Studios with Gaby OlivaI love the opportunity to show you the humans behind this show and the thought that goes into the conversations we have. We're women supporting and uplifting women over here, and today's show is a great example of that. This week, Gaby Oliva discusses her experience as a guest on Becoming Virtuosa as we bring you behind the scenes of the podcast. We discuss the insightful conversations we had while the microphone was turned off, share our passion for uplifting the amazing women around us, and we get vulnerable in thanking ourselves for everything we g...2024-08-1316 minBecoming Virtuosa96. Accepting Change with Growth with Gaby OlivaHave you ever felt stuck in life, struggling with insecurities and self-doubt? Today's episode will inspire you to embrace change and unlock your true potential. We're joined by the incredible Gaby Oliva, founder of Natural Remedies, who shares her powerful story of overcoming challenges, accepting change with growth, and building a thriving business from scratch. Get ready to be inspired as Gaby shares the power of accepting change with growth. You'll learn how authenticity, vulnerability, and intentionality can propel you forward in both business and life. Discover the importance of knowing your worth, facing your fears...2024-08-0625 minBecoming Virtuosa95. Live a Longer, Happier Life with One Simple Food and Dr. Reed MiloyBack by popular demand, I’m rejoined by Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician Dr. Reed Miloy. We’re here for a replay episode to talk about foods that will help you live a longer, happier, healthier life. The best news is you can get your hands on these foods relatively cheaply, and they give you a massive return on your investment. Dr. Reed Miloy is a doctor of internal medicine and a life and wellness coach with a passion for miracle foods. Today, we're zooming in on broccoli, broccoli sprouts, and a magical component of brocc...2024-07-3011 minBecoming Virtuosa94. Pray: The 7 Seeds of the Soul Part 6Today, we're diving deep into one of my favorite topics: prayer. Don't worry, I'm not going to get all preachy. This episode is about prayer as it relates to our mental health, and how embracing the energy around us helps us change our lives, no matter our religious beliefs. There's a ton of science behind why we pray and the ways we pray, and there are plenty of links between prayer and our mental health and wellness. So, tune in this week as I discuss my experience of prayer, the similarities between prayer and meditation, a...2024-07-2313 minBecoming Virtuosa93. Q&A for Accelerated Life TransformationLast week, I brought you a talk I gave recently about accelerated life transformation. I received some powerful, insightful questions after that talk, so I'm bringing those questions and my answers to this episode. Tune in this week to get your burning questions answered about all things accelerated life transformation. I discuss how our brains react when we start going after transformation and try to reach the next level, share why all change needs to start with a higher level of awareness, and I'm sharing what's helped me personally on my transformation journey. ...2024-07-1624 minBecoming Virtuosa92. The Secret to Accelerated Life TransformationI gave a speech last week at Northeast Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas for the Women Leading Women Leadership group based around Brené Brown's book, The Gifts of Imperfection. But the overall theme of this talk was accelerating life transformation, and it was too valuable to leave it out of the podcast. So tune in this week to discover the secret to accelerated life transformation. I discuss the value of self-love and self-compassion, share how to cultivate a sense of genuine worthiness, and you'll learn how to piece all of this together to work to...2024-07-0919 minBecoming Virtuosa91. Grow: The 7 Seeds of the Soul Part 5Why does growth matter? How does growing serve you in becoming your Virtuosa self? And what can you do to bring a growth mindset to everything you do in the world? If you want to grow, this episode is for you. Tune in this week to discover why everything that life throws at you is an opportunity to grow. I discuss the challenges that have made me who I am today, share where real growth comes from, and show you how to prioritize your growth every day. To learn more, come vi...2024-07-0213 minBecoming Virtuosa90. How to Feel Healthy and WealthyHaving a lot of money and being wealthy is entirely different from feeling wealthy. You could have a ton of money and still feel insecure about your bank balance. The same goes for attaining a certain level of fitness versus feeling healthy. The truth is, you can feel healthy and wealthy, no matter how much money you have right now, how far you can run, or any of that. Tune in this week to discover why you get to feel healthy and wealthy, regardless of your current circumstances around your finances and your fitness. I s...2024-06-2516 minBecoming Virtuosa89. Tips for Sharing Your Heart with Starley MurrayWe are celebrating one year since the launch of The Dr. Crockett Show, my YouTube channel, and the relaunch of this podcast, Becoming Virtuosa this week! To mark this occasion, we're taking a trip 12 months back and resharing an important message about sharing your heart from a huge influence in my life: Starley Murray. Starley is a national television producer and lifestyle entrepreneur. She is also my media coach and a huge part of what we do over here! She joins me to share her expert insights into how we can begin sharing our hearts a...2024-06-1832 minBecoming Virtuosa88. Creativity is a MedicineDiscover how embracing creativity can significantly enhance your well-being. I'm sharing how to overcome the barriers that often prevent us from being more creative, such as the fear of failure and the misconception that creativity requires significant resources. You'll learn some practical ways to balance consumption with creation as I challenge you to reflect on your own habits. Let's get creative! To learn more, come visit us at DrCrockett.com, or find us on YouTube for the Dr. Crockett Show. 2024-06-1114 minBecoming Virtuosa87. Give: The 7 Seeds of the Soul Part 4Discover how the power of giving can transform your life. I’m discussing some common misconceptions around giving, showing you where giving crosses over into coercion, and you’ll learn about the most powerful energy and emotion you can give from, so your gift benefits everybody involved in the exchange. To learn more, come visit us at DrCrockett.com, or find us on YouTube for the Dr. Crockett Show.2024-06-0417 minBecoming Virtuosa86. Good Grief: Leveraging Your Brain After a LossGrief is an important topic that many of us rarely think about until it becomes suddenly relevant in our lives, often when we least expect it. And the sad truth is, grief is something we experience in more ways than you might think. Tune in this week to discover what grief really is and how it's impacting your life. I discuss the different possible sources of grief, the varying emotions of loss, and distinguishing between depression and grief. And, perhaps most importantly, you'll learn a practical tool for moving through grief when you've experienced a s...2024-05-2818 minBecoming Virtuosa85. Create a Life You Love: Grit & Grace with Lacey AgueroMy first surgical assist Lacey Aguero shows up every single day with full commitment and determination. This grit is one of the things I love about her, and the grace she embodies makes her everything one could want in a colleague and friend. But what does it really mean to show up with grit and grace in pursuit of the life you want to create for yourself? Tune in this week to discover how to show up every day with grit and grace. Lacey gives us her unique perspective on exactly what is required for l...2024-05-2117 minBecoming Virtuosa84. Love: The 7 Seeds of the Soul Part 3My personal mantra when it comes to love is, “Love draws a bigger circle.” This applies to romantic love, but also to friendships and a love of life in general. When you open yourself up to love, your world expands and you attract people, which is what we all want. Tune in this week to discover a new perspective on love as I discuss the philosophy of love and also get into the finer points of how to increase the feeling of love in your life so you can enjoy it even more. To learn more...2024-05-1414 minBecoming Virtuosa83. How Not to Die Part 1I love my work as a surgeon, but I also have a huge passion for keeping people out of my operating room. So in this episode, I’m diving into the lifestyle modifications we can all make that will help us live longer, healthier lives. We all have choices about what we eat and how we support our longevity, so I’m sharing some best practices today. I’m also bringing some medical breakthroughs you need to be aware of, as well as some details about how this field is developing and what we can expect in the future. ...2024-05-0727 minBecoming Virtuosa82. What Is a MIGS & Why Is It Important to You?If you’re a returning listener, you’ll know that I’m a robotic surgeon specializing in minimally invasive GYN surgery (MIGS). But what is a MIGS and what does surgery like this actually entail? Well, on this special edition of the podcast, you’ll learn exactly what goes on in my practice: Virtuosa GYN. I’ve dedicated my career to making surgery easier for women. I get questions all the time from listeners about what minimally invasive GYN surgery is, what I do as a MIGS, and why more women need to know about it, so I’m...2024-04-3028 minBecoming Virtuosa81. Heal: The 7 Seeds of the Soul Part 2There are more contexts to healing than just our physical bodies. Whether it’s your mental, spiritual, emotional, or physical world that needs healing, this episode is here to shine some light on the real healing process we need to go through when something isn’t quite right. Tune in this week to discover everything you need to know about the second of the Seven Seeds of the Soul: Healing. I discuss how healing plays into our core values here at Becoming Virtuosa, and you’ll learn about the different physical and spiritual healing modalities that ar...2024-04-2316 minBecoming Virtuosa80. How to Meditate with Dr. Reed MiloyOne thing most patients have in common is that they want to reduce their stress levels. The tool of meditation is huge for stress management, and my returning guest, Dr. Reed Miloy, is here to share exactly why meditation is so effective, how it works, and how you can get started in just a few short minutes per day. Dr. Reed Miloy is an internal medicine physician who runs his own practice. He’s on a mission to help the general public become healthier by going to the source of what causes pain, and what cau...2024-04-1626 minBecoming Virtuosa79. Be: The 7 Seeds of The Soul Part 1I talk privately with my patients about all the behavioral and habitual things we can do to focus on our wellness and health, and it all comes down to the Seven Seeds of the Soul, starting with the first seed: Be. This isn’t about how you should be, but it’s about becoming what you want to be, and becoming your Virtuosa self. You always have choice and self-determination, so tune in this week to discover the power you have to decide who want to be. In this episode, I share some powerful ways you ca...2024-04-0914 minBecoming Virtuosa78. Navigating Narcissism: Red Flags with Jim Denning (Part 2)How do you know whether or not someone is a narcissist? Not everyone knows the telltale signs to look out for when identifying a narcissist. In fact, narcissists tend to hide their tendencies pretty well. So, it’s time to take a look at some important narcissism red flags you need to watch out for. Today, I’m joined again by the wonderful Jim Denning. Jim is a licensed professional counselor and runs The Denning Center in San Antonio, Texas. He’s here this week to give us a helping hand in avoiding narcissistic relationships, focusin...2024-04-0218 minBecoming Virtuosa77. Navigating Narcissism: Your Bill of Rights with Jim Denning (Part 1)This week, we’re covering a hot topic: narcissism. I speak to women all the time who want to know more about narcissism, what it really is, and most importantly, how it shows up in relationships. Narcissism is a personality disorder that presents many problems, and my guest is here to shed some much-needed light on all of it. I’m joined by Jim Denning, a licensed professional counselor. Jim runs The Denning Center in San Antonio, Texas, and he’s here this week to give us a helping hand in avoiding narcissistic relationships. We’re discus...2024-03-2630 minBecoming Virtuosa76. Improve Your Gut Microbiome Health with Dr. Reed Miloy (Part 2)Dr. Reed Miloy is back for part two of our conversation on everything you need to know about the gut microbiome. This time, we’re diving into what you can do to repair and replenish your gut microbiome, and giving you the foundation for maintaining a healthy gut. Tune in this week to discover the core things you can do to support your GI tract. You’ll learn the lifestyle habits that help rebalance your gut microbiome, the impact of stress and sleep on your gut health, and how to make the changes that lead to be...2024-03-1920 minBecoming Virtuosa75. Healing Your Gut Microbiome with Dr. Reed Miloy (Part 1)Dr. Reed Miloy is back on the show, this time bringing us everything we need to know about a hot topic at the moment: the gut microbiome. So, what is the gut microbiome, and how can focusing on your gut serve your overall health? Dr. Reed Miloy is an internal medicine physician who runs his own practice. He’s on a mission to help the general public become healthier by going to the source of what causes pain, and what causes happiness. We both believe that the gut microbiome is the key to good health, and...2024-03-1235 minBecoming Virtuosa74. Introduction to The Seven Seeds of the SoulOne of the foundational principles of the work I do in the world encompasses The Seven Seeds of the Soul. The Seven Seeds are be, heal, love, give, grow, pray, and attune, and this week, I’m giving you a comprehensive introduction to how the seven seeds can guide us toward a fulfilling life. I’m going over the ethos behind the Seven Seeds, how they’ve helped me in my career as a robotic surgeon, and how living by these principles allows you to become the best version of yourself that you can possibly be, while lifting up everyon...2024-03-0525 minBecoming Virtuosa73. Compound Interest of the Mind with CJ HurtThis week, I’m joined by CJ Hurt, the husband of my former guest Keke Johnson, and he has a helpful take on investing that we can all learn from. CJ’s motto when it comes to investing is environment and exposure, or the big Es. In everything you do, CJ believes the biggest contributors are what’s around you and what you’re seeing, so he’s diving into how we can continually evolve our environments and exposure, and how this is the secret for successful investing and a life well lived. Tune in this week t...2024-02-2722 minBecoming Virtuosa72. Behind the Scenes at OllieWood Studios with Starley MurrayThis week, I have my mentor, producer and food sampler Starley Murray back on the show. We have tons of fun making this podcast and The Dr. Crockett Show, and we’re diving deep into the method behind everything we’re doing over here. Starley is a national television producer and lifestyle entrepreneur, and she is also my media coach! She joins me to share her expert insights into what it takes to create a show like this. What you see and hear is the product of a lot of hard work, and Starley is here...2024-02-2027 minBecoming Virtuosa71. Marriage & Millennials with Andrew HallThis week, I have the youngest guest we’ve ever had on the show, Andrew Hall. At 25 years old, Andrew is a millennial who is full of great knowledge and character, and he joins me this week to represent his generation and share his opinion about marriage. Join us this week to hear a millennial’s view on marriage and how it might differ from traditional views around the concept. We dive into the complexities of marriage, the importance of having the right mindset when it comes to dating, and why Andrew believes so many peopl...2024-02-1323 minBecoming Virtuosa70. Morning Routines with Dr. Reed MiloyAs women, mornings aren’t always the most relaxing time. We have kids, pets, and other people and tasks to take care of, so doing things that are healthy for us isn’t always a priority. But, it’s time to change that. This week, I’m sharing what my healthy, compassionate, and loving morning routine looks like. I’m also joined by Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician Dr. Reed Miloy to discuss how to make a breakfast that leaves you feeling full, satisfied, and energized. Listen in as Dr. Reed Miloy walks us through the recipe...2024-02-0716 minBecoming Virtuosa69. Passive Income: Road to Financial Freedom with Keke JohnsonAre you interested in creating financial freedom so you can fully enjoy your life? My guest this week has a goal to create six streams of income in pursuit of financial freedom. She wants to be a multi-millionaire by the time she’s 40, and she’s here to share what exactly her journey looks like. Keke Johnson is a traveling surgical tech and we’ve been working together for the past year, but our conversations often turn toward financial freedom, side hustles, and different streams of income. She joins me to share how she’s working t...2024-01-3021 minBecoming Virtuosa68. The Story of Dr. CrockettWho is Dr. Susan Crockett? I’m diving deep into my backstory, who I am, where I came from, and how I got where I am today. Tune in this week to hear my story of transformation and growth. I’m taking you right through childhood, education, breaking into the surgical field, and I’m detailing why there is no specific path you need to follow to get where you want to go, whatever it is you’re trying to achieve in your life. To learn more, come visit us at DrCrockett.com, or find us on YouT...2024-01-2339 minBecoming Virtuosa67. Miracle Food: Broccoli Shots & Sulforaphane with Dr. Reed MiloyBack by popular demand, I’m rejoined by Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician Dr. Reed Miloy. We’re here to talk about miracle foods: sprouts, shots, and sulforaphane, and the transformative effects of broccoli. Dr. Reed Miloy is a walking encyclopedia of chemistry and food, and today, we’re doing shots… broccoli shots! Broccoli is a miracle food packed with a component called sulforaphane. Sulforaphane reduces inflammation, helps you absorb antioxidants, and detoxifies your body. There’s science behind all of this and Reed is here to break it down for us. To learn m...2024-01-1611 minBecoming Virtuosa66. Welcome to 2024!Tune in this week for an update on the direction we’re taking the show in 2024. I’m giving you a deeper insight into who I am, what this show is about, and what we’re building over here with our upcoming collaborations. I love bringing you the kinds of conversations we have in the exam room, addressing the issues that we can’t solve with surgery: going where the scalpel can’t reach. To learn more, come visit us at DrCrockett.com, or find us on YouTube for the Dr. Crockett Show.2024-01-0919 minBecoming Virtuosa65. New Year’s Resolutions: B+ Is Good EnoughToday’s episode is all about what happens when things don’t go as planned. We’re coming off of the Holidays, and that means New Year’s resolutions are on everybody’s mind. It’s our human instinct to aim for a perfect start to the year, but has anybody ever told you that B+ is good enough? To discuss things not going to plan and how to deal with these situations, I’m joined by serial entrepreneur Darren McMaster, creator of SurgerEase. We’re discussing everything you need to become entrepreneur inspired, and you’ll learn what...2024-01-0224 minBecoming Virtuosa64. Holiday Mocktail Madness with Lisa BullionAre you cutting down on alcohol this Holiday Season? You may be the designated driver, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have yourself a fun and delicious grown-up drink. I’m welcoming Lisa Bullion back to the podcast to sample four easy, yummy mocktail recipes to make your New Year even happier. Lisa Bullion is the founder of Other Mother Vinegar and she believes we need more options for beverages at family gatherings so nobody feels left out. The mocktails we’re sharing today are the perfect addition to any Holiday party and there are...2023-12-2620 minBecoming Virtuosa63. Healthy Holiday Peppermint Bark with Sam Blumenthal, RDNIf you’re looking for a healthy, fun, festive dessert, look no further. I’m welcoming back Sam Blumenthal, RDN, licensed Intuitive Eating Dietician, and amazing chef, to the show and we’re making a health-conscious, delicious holiday peppermint bark. This is a super simple recipe to follow, it’s no-bake, and your whole family will love it. We’re discussing the health benefits of each ingredient, and you’ll learn how to adapt this recipe to suit your specific tastes. To learn more, come visit us at DrCrockett.com, or find us on YouTube for the Dr. Crock2023-12-1928 minBecoming Virtuosa62. Shopping the Rainbow with Dr. Reed MiloyIf you’re in the habit of drinking fruit smoothies and eating wholegrain breads under the impression that they’re healthy snacks, my guest's insights this week are exactly what you need to hear. I'm talking to Dr. Reed Miloy, a doctor of internal medicine and a life and wellness coach, and about what it means to shop and eat the rainbow. Dr. Reed Miloy is sharing the five types of food we need to focus on for optimizing our health, showing us how to make the best possible food choices, and we’re bringing you rec...2023-12-1239 minBecoming Virtuosa61. The Health Benefits of ChocolateWhen was the last time you tried something new on your health journey? This week is all about chocolate and the health benefits of this wonderful food. I’m comparing six different chocolates right here in the kitchen and you’re invited! Tune in this week to discover the health benefits of chocolate. I’m discussing how dark chocolate gives your gut, heart, skin, and pretty much your whole body what it needs to thrive, sharing how to identify the healthiest chocolates available, and comparing the tastes of six different healthy chocolates. To lea...2023-12-0514 minBecoming Virtuosa60. Addiction, Attachment, and Attunement with Brittney Lollis TolarLast week’s episode with Brittney Lollis Tolar was a hit and the conversation kept flowing, so we decided to dive deeper into her work as an addiction specialist, specifically the impact of dopamine and addiction. Plus, we’re expanding our discussion to include attachment and attunement, two of my favorite topics. Discover how an intolerance of boredom can be at the root cause of addiction. We’re discussing how dopamine affects the brain, Brittney is sharing the difference between secure and insecure attachment, and you’ll learn why we can’t experience secure attachment until we’ve...2023-11-2824 minBecoming Virtuosa59. Self-Care: Building a Life You Don’t Have to Escape From with Brittney Lollis TolarWhat does it take to start building a life you don’t have to escape from? My guest this week is Brittney Lollis Tolar, a licensed clinical social worker. She’s been working in mental health for 12 years now, starting in addiction treatment. She has her own private telehealth practice serving clients throughout Texas, and she has some amazing tools to help her clients creative lives they can be truly present for. Tune in this week to discover the secrets to building a life you don’t have to escape from. Brittney is sharing why drugs an...2023-11-2123 minBecoming Virtuosa58. Mother Knows Best with Lisa BullionYou may have heard terms like “live vinegar with the mother,” or raw vinegar, but what do they mean? This week, I’m joined by entrepreneur and vinegar connoisseur Lisa Bullion to discuss them. Lisa's company Other Mother Vinegar makes amazing live vinegars that are not only delicious but have numerous health benefits. Tune in this week to discover the health benefits of bacteria-rich vinegar. We’re unpacking terms like “the mother” and "live vinegar", exploring how really good vinegar supports your gut health, and Lisa is sharing her tips for introducing natural, live vinegar into your lif...2023-11-1417 minBecoming Virtuosa57. Finding Balance with Food (Part 2) with Sam Blumenthal, RDNBack by popular demand, we have chef and licensed Intuitive Eating Dietician Sam Blumenthal on the show to continue our discussion about how to make peace with food. We left off last time talking about hunger, and we’re diving deeper into this topic today because hunger has many forms, and each one is important to understand on your journey to finding balance. Tune in this week to make peace with food by understanding hunger. We’re discussing how hunger is a part of our body’s innate wisdom, and you’ll learn how to listen to...2023-11-0724 minBecoming Virtuosa56. The Collagen Episode with Sam Blumenthal, RDNThere’s one substance that helps your skin, gut, and overall health: collagen. Whether you want to know about collagen supplements, naturally collagen-rich foods, or how collagen serves your gut health, you’re in the right place. This week, we’re live from the kitchen and cooking you up a real treat with Sam Blumenthal RDN, an amazing chef and a licensed intuitive eating dietician. We’re discussing how to start expanding your definition of what food means, the history and science behind collagen, as well as the wonderful health benefits of consuming collagen and making it...2023-10-3135 minBecoming Virtuosa55. Purpose Driven with Malcolm CookAs we get older, looking after our bodies matters more and more, so I’m thrilled to bring you this conversation about purpose-driven fitness. My guest is fitness expert, world-ranked CrossFit competitor, and co-owner of LivingStone Athletics, Malcolm Cook. Tune in this week to discover how to bring more purpose to your fitness journey. We’re discussing practical tips for building strength and avoiding injury as we get older, and Malcolm is diving into what purpose-driven fitness entails and how we can bring more purpose and presence to our lives as a whole. To...2023-10-2428 min
The Economics of Everyday Things22. Cadavers - Part 1In the first of two episodes, Zachary Crockett digs into the strange and discomfiting history of cadavers, and the industry that has emerged around them. RESOURCES:"From Grave Robbing to Giving Your Own Body to Science – A Short History of Where Medical Schools Get Cadavers," by Susan Lawrence and Susan E. Lederer (The Conversation, 2023)."Box of Human Heads Stolen From Truck in Denver," by Carly Moore (FOX4, 2022)."A Body Donated to Science - but Used to Test Bombs," by Rozina Sini (BBC News, 2019)."How an American Company Made a Fortune Selling Bodies Donated to Sci...2023-10-2317 minBecoming Virtuosa54. Two Gyns Real Chat (Part 2): Let’s Talk About Sex, Baby! with Dr. Erin KeyserThis week, my fellow Board-Certified OBGYN and the director of the Brooke Army Medical Center OBGYN Residency program Dr. Erin Keyser is back for part two of our conversation. Last time, we talked about menopausal transition, hormone therapy, and we scratched the surface of vaginal care in menopause. Today, we’re dovetailing from that conversation and we’re talking all about sex. Discover how Dr. Erin and I help our patients understand the sexual dysfunction that generally comes along with menopause, how we treat the physical symptoms, and why medication generally isn’t the answer for a l...2023-10-1722 minBecoming Virtuosa53. Female Fitness Through All Ages and Stages with Michelle CookFitness makes up a huge part of health, wellness, and becoming the best version of yourself. So, I’m delighted to introduce you to my guest this week, fitness expert and co-owner of LivingStone Athletics, Michelle Cook. We’re talking about female fitness for all ages and stages of life, and how fitness helps you become your Virtuosa self. Tune in this week to discover everything you need to know about fitness through different ages and stages of life. We’re discussing what stops women from taking care of their fitness at different stages, the benefit...2023-10-1020 minBecoming Virtuosa52. Make Peace with Food (Part 1) with Sam BlumenthalWhen you have health-related goals, one of the most helpful things you can do is begin to make peace with food. Intuitive eating is a way to make peace with both food and your body, guided by 10 principles. To explore this topic with me, I'm joined by Sam Blumenthal RDN, an amazing chef and licensed Intuitive Eating Dietician. Sam’s here to take a deep dive into building a peaceful and conscious relationship with food. We’re discussing how to meet yourself with compassion instead of judgment when it comes to intuitive and mindful eating, why this...2023-10-0327 minBecoming Virtuosa51. Faith Filled Medicine with Dr. Brandon HarrellToday, I’m joined by a fellow surgeon, my friend and colleague Dr. Brandon Harrell. Brandon is a fellow Texan whose eyes were opened to the challenges of the world from a young age, and he felt called to medicine so he could live a life where he helped people and truly made a difference. He has a strong faith in Christ, and he’s chosen to add that into his practice and make it an integral part of his work of healing others. Tune in this week to discover the power of faith filled medicine and...2023-09-2626 minBecoming Virtuosa50. Two GYNs, Real Chat (Part 1) with Dr. Erin KeyserDr. Erin Keyser is a breast cancer survivor. She has become an expert in breast cancer survivorship and the side effects that survivors have to deal with, leading to her passion for menopause treatment and sexual health, just two of the common problems patients face post-recovery. Discover how Erin’s experience of breast cancer and menopause has informed the approach she takes with her patients. We have an in-depth discussion about the innovative non-hormonal treatments available to cancer survivors dealing with menopause, how hormone therapy has changed over the years, menopause risks, treatments, and our favorite pr...2023-09-1924 minBecoming Virtuosa49. Purpose Driven Community Drives Purpose Driven Fitness with Michelle and Malcolm CookToday’s show has been in the works for a long time, so you’re in for a treat. I’m joined by Michelle and Malcolm Cook, the owners of Livingstone Athletics, a gym here in San Antonio, Texas. They’re an adorable married couple, and they have some important thoughts to share about the power of purpose driven fitness in community. Michelle and Malcolm share how anyone of any fitness level can benefit from the power of community as they start taking care of their physical health, and they give their best tips to get you s...2023-09-1216 minBecoming Virtuosa48. The Transformative Power of Adversity with Paige BowmanMy life coach Paige Bowman is back on the podcast this week to discuss the transformative power of adversity. I’d been through a lot in my life by the time I met Paige, and how she’s helped me over the past four years in finding the power in my life’s experience changed everything. Tune in this week to discover the transformative power of adversity. Paige and I are discussing the specific adverse events that have vaulted me into becoming the next version of myself, how Paige helped me through these situations, and how to sta...2023-09-0521 minBecoming Virtuosa47. Learning to Love the Color Orange with Paige BowmanHow do you learn to change your thoughts about something, and begin to love something you currently don’t even like? To help me answer this question I have a very special guest with me this week. We’re framing this discussion from the perspective of my journey in learning to love the color orange, and in the process, challenging our belief systems and biases about being different and existing in separate groups. Discover the work it took for me to start loving the color orange. We discuss how to challenge thoughts and beliefs you may...2023-08-2920 minBecoming Virtuosa46. Dating Over 50 with Anthony TerryWhat are the challenges of dating after age 50? What is it about dating apps that makes dating seem even more difficult? What are the red flags that men over the age of 50 are looking out for? How do we find love in a dating pool that is constantly getting smaller? These are just some of the questions that the wonderful Anthony Terry and I are addressing on today’s show. Hear from a red-blooded Texan navigating the challenges of modern dating. We dive deeper into the reality of using dating apps and getting to know someone ov...2023-08-2217 minBecoming Virtuosa45. Growing Through Grit with Lacey AgueroI’m welcoming back badass military veteran and my First Surgical Assist, Lacey Aguero. Lacey knows a thing or two about grit. So, this week we’re taking things a level deeper, discussing how to use your challenges in a more productive way and start growing through the grit. Learn how to start growing through grit. Lacey shares how she allows life’s difficulties to break her open instead of break her down, and how you can take your trauma and deeply feel it so you can use grit as a tool for growth. ...2023-08-1515 minBecoming Virtuosa44. Things Aren't Always What They Seem with Kristine OlstaWhether it’s only seeing the happy moments on curated social media feeds, or asking someone how they are and they just reply with, “Fine…” this week Kristine Olsta and I are discussing the key to authenticity without the ugly. Discover why things aren’t always as they seem and the danger of this. We’re discussing why very few things in the world are either all good or all bad, what I’ve learned from online dating about seeing only what people want you to see, and how to explore the world while protecting yourself from t...2023-08-0811 minBecoming Virtuosa43. Conviction, Confusion, and Connection with Kristine OlstaMy guest this week is a little bit different with an interesting and varied career history, and she's here to discuss conviction, confusion, and how those two things interface with connection. I'm joined by mission-critical IT expert, business consultant, and the COO of Virtuosa Vitamins, Kristine Olsta. Discover how leaning into confusion is the key to creating connection. Even if you don’t agree with something, trying to understand it can give you a level of respect you wouldn’t otherwise have had, and Kristine shares how to be courageous in creating connection through confusion on a...2023-08-0117 minBecoming Virtuosa42. Grit and Grace with Lacey AgueroThis week, I’m introducing you to my first surgical assist, Lacey Aguero. I’m grateful for the way she shows up, and she’s here today to share her wisdom with all of you. Lacey has an impressive history in the Armed Services, joining the military during high school, and she joins me to show you how to show up every day with grit and grace. Lacey shares what grit and grace really are, why extending grace to yourself is as important as showing it to others, and her tips for approaching everything you do with...2023-07-2517 minBecoming Virtuosa41. Whole Person Integrative Eating with Deborah KestenToday, I have Deborah Kesten back on the podcast and we’re going into a little more depth around Whole Person Integrative Eating. Deborah is a nutrition researcher and award-winning author who specializes in preventing and reversing heart disease and obesity through food. She puts the spotlight on ancient wisdom when it comes to leading a healthier lifestyle and provides a holistic, science-backed program for building a healthier relationship with food. Discover the seven overeating styles, and the significant risks associated with overeating. Deborah shares the research and science behind the impact of overeating, how to i...2023-07-1824 minBecoming Virtuosa40. Whole Person Integrative Eating: 4 Person Interview Around the Table with Deborah, Larry, and Reed Deborah Kesten is an international nutrition researcher and award-winning author. Dr. Larry Scherwitz is a behavioral scientist specializing in research on mind-body medicine and how lifestyle influences overall health. Dr. Reed Miloy is a doctor of internal medicine as well as a life and wellness coach - my life and wellness coach to be precise! Tune in this week to hear the incredible research that went into Deborah and Larry’s book Whole Person Integrative Eating and how it covers a completely different approach to food and well-being than what we've been taught. We discuss the c...2023-07-1120 minBecoming Virtuosa39. The Emotions of Money with Hugh HaleDo you feel like there’s always drama when it comes to money? This week, I’m introducing you to an expert on the subject of money, and we’re having a conversation all about the emotions around it. Hugh Hale is the President and CEO of Financial Architects and the Managing Director for oXYGgen Financial, and what he has taught me about money has changed my perspective entirely. Discover how Hugh helped me go from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset around money and my story of working on my own shame around money. W...2023-07-0419 minBecoming Virtuosa38. Weight Loss and Wellness with Dr. Reed Miloy (Part 2)In part one of this episode, Dr. Reed Miloy scratched the surface of a concept he calls the Table of Health. In this episode, we’re diving a little deeper into the four legs of the Table of Health: exercise, adequate sleep, emotional well-being, and nutrition. Discover the value of creating some space and stillness to support your Table of Health. Reed shares a story that changed everything in how he approaches integrative medicine for his patients, his coaching clients, and how he approaches his own life. To learn more, come visi...2023-06-2717 minBecoming Virtuosa37. Weight Loss and Wellness with Dr. Reed Miloy (Part 1)I’m pleased and honored to be joined by my fellow physician, life coach, and friend Dr. Reed Miloy. Dr. Miloy has an amazing way of bringing weight loss and wellness together in a fascinating and effective way. Discover why he believes we need less mindfulness and more stillness. We discuss the power of awareness, alignment, and meditation, the trends we see in our patient population, and how Reed educates his clients and patients around their weight loss and wellness. To learn more, come visit us at DrCrockett.com, or find us on YouTube for the...2023-06-2020 minBecoming Virtuosa36. Sharing Your Heart with Starley MurrayWelcome back to Becoming Virtuosa, I’m so excited for the return of the podcast, and with it, a brand-new format. To kick things off this week, I’m welcoming a special guest and mentor, Starley Murray. Starley is a national television producer and lifestyle entrepreneur and she is also my media coach! Discover what it means to share your heart in relationships, through your work, and through your standards. We discuss our personal experiences of sharing our hearts in these ways, and Starley shares her valuable tips for getting comfortable and confident in sharing your...2023-06-1329 min
Ultrarunning History117: Ultrarunning Stranger Things - Part 7: Murder of Alice RobisonBy Davy Crockett
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On April 24, 1897, ultrarunning/pedestrian champion Alice Robison was running in second place on the last day of a three-day race held at the Fifth Street Rink in East Liverpool, Ohio, with five runners. She was very intent on catching her long-time friend who was a few laps ahead of her. Needing a rest, she retired to her room provided at the Hotel Grand next door.
That afternoon, a man came into town on a train from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The mustached man wore a new suit with a price tag still attached...2022-09-1928 minBecoming VirtuosaFive Steps to Stop Binging with Lisa BeckerJoin us on the show this week where we’ll learn some reasons why we binge, and how to get obsessive, compulsive thoughts under control. We’ll discuss ways to change the way you think about urges and how to pay attention to what else might be going on beneath the surface. If you have any binging behaviors such as overeating or even watching too much TV, you’ll benefit from this episode! Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.virtuosacoaching.com/podcast-library2020-09-0232 minBecoming VirtuosaHow to Believe New Things with Janet CagleJoin us on the podcast this week where we’ll be discussing why believing in the possibility of creating a result allows you to see the result. We’ll learn how to challenge our thoughts and replace them with new ones, and four practical steps you can take to get from where you are now to where you want to go. It’s time to change the way you think! Get full show notes and more information here: www.virtuosacoaching.com/podcast-library2020-08-2627 minBecoming VirtuosaEmotional, Mental and Physical Fitness in Motherhood with Ludmila WoodruffJoin us on the podcast this week where we’ll talk about all things motherhood. We’ll break down the taboo of a lack of fulfillment in motherhood and discuss why we all need to talk more and communicate what we need. Transform the mother, and you’ll transform the family – let’s learn how we can all take better care of ourselves! Get full show notes and more information here: www.virtuosacoaching.com/podcast-library2020-08-1929 minBecoming VirtuosaHow to Allow Urges with Penny GambillTune in this week for a fascinating discussion about urges and discover why they become so much stronger when we try to resist them. We’ll learn some techniques to manage our cravings and understand how to decondition our desires in the same way we conditioned them in the first place. We’re all just doing our best, but it’s better to allow our urges if we wish to get them under control. Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.virtuosacoaching.com/podcast-library2020-08-1231 minBecoming VirtuosaRebuilding Your Life from Love after the Divorce with Jennifer BogardTune in this week where we’ll discuss how we have the power to rewrite our own stories and position ourselves as heroes instead of victims. We’ll talk about how acceptance and forgiveness are crucial parts of the separation process and why time isn’t always a healer, but it’s what you do with it that counts. You can learn to rebuild your life from a place of love, and this episode will show you how! Get full show notes and more information here: https://virtuosacoaching.kartra.com/page/rebuilding-your-life-jennifer-bogard 2020-08-0534 minBecoming VirtuosaHealing All the ‘Isms’Tune in this week where I’ll discuss why we should all show more compassion to one another, regardless of superficial characteristics. I’ll share some examples of ‘ism’ behavior as well as tips to manage them, and explain how we can use revolutionary love to heal the ‘isms.’ Remember, love draws a bigger circle. Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.virtuosacoaching.com/272020-07-2934 minBecoming VirtuosaHow to Feel Better with Donna OborneTune in this week where we’ll learn why our feelings and actions are a direct result of our thoughts. We’ll discuss why we have full control over how we feel and think, and share some effective techniques to help you process your emotions to live a happier, more fulfilled life. It’s time to become your own best friend! Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.virtuosacoaching.com/262020-07-2331 min
Ultrarunning History52: Charlie Trayer – 1980s Ultrarunning LegendBy Davy Crockett
Charlie Trayer, of Reading, Pennsylvania, was one of the greatest “short-range” American ultrarunners of the 1980s. During his ultrarunning career, he accumulated at least fifteen ultra wins from 1981-1990, including several national championships. He was known for bolting out into the lead like a “wild banshee” at the start of a race with a “kamikaze attitude” no matter what the distance. It was a winning strategy that he used very effectively.
Trayer went from running in the Olympic Marathon Trials to ultrarunning. He was one of the very few elite American ultrarunners of the 1980s who competed against the be...2020-04-1935 min